From promoting younger-looking skin to healing sore, inflamed joints, collagen supplements are becoming as mainstream as our daily vitamin.
To help us navigate the claims and pick the best formula, we consulted with our leading health expert and Dr. Oz regular, Dr. Axe. —Aurea Dempsey
Q: Along with understanding the health benefits, what should we know when shopping for a collagen supplement?
Dr. Axe: A collagen by supplement form can be beneficial and I highly recommend one, not just for healthier skin, but to rebuild cartilage, reduce cellulite, protect joints and reduce accelerated aging.
While there are lots of collagen supplements on the market, not all are of high quality. I recommend staying away from those that are sourced from conventionally raised animal sources which often come with hormones, antibiotics, GMO ingredients and potentially other filler ingredients.
To give you the healthiest option, I developed my line of Dr. Collagen protein powders from grass-fed, hormone-free sources, providing the full spectrum of collagen—including types 1, 2, 3, 5 and 10. This spectrum more closely mimics the variety of collagen that is naturally produced within the body, ensuring the body has everything it needs for the best results.
Along with quality ingredients, you’ll want to look for formulas that are not processed using high heat which denatures the protein and other nutrients. Mine are enzymatically processed, so the peptides remain intact.
To learn more, visit: www.draxe.com
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